The Composition & Music Theory programs at Boston University provide learning opportunities for students to gain a broad knowledge of contemporary and historical compositional practices, and a mastery of analytic techniques for tonal and post-tonal music. Studying with composers and theorists who are significant figures in the musical life of Boston, the programs prepare students for meaningful careers as composers, theorists, teachers, and academics.

Degrees Offered

Featured Faculty

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  Martin Amlin

  Mildred P. Gilfillan Professor of Music; Senior Director, Young Artists Composition Program, BU Tanglewood Institute

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  Deborah Burton

  Associate Professor, Music

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  Justin Casinghino

  Lecturer in Music, Composition and Theory

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  Richard Cornell

  Professor of Music, Composition and Music Theory

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  Joshua Fineberg

  Professor, Composition; Director, Center for New Music; Director, Electronic Music Studio

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  David Kopp

  Associate Professor of Music, Composition and Music Theory

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  Rodney Lister

  Senior Lecturer, Composition and Music Theory

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  Ketty Nez

  Associate Professor, Composition, Piano

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  Andrew Smith

  Lecturer in Music, Composition and Music Theory

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  John Wallace

  Assistant Professor of Music, Composition and Music Theory

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  Steven Weigt

  Lecturer of Music, Composition and Music Theory

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  Jason Yust

  Associate Professor of Music, Music Theory